CBS Weekend News, May 21, 2022
U.S. experiencing range of extreme weather conditions; Johnny Cash water tower vandal arrested
U.S. experiencing range of extreme weather conditions; Johnny Cash water tower vandal arrested
The U.S. is experiencing yet another surge in COVID-19 cases, with more than 100,000 infections recorded daily. Health officials say the actual case count could be much higher as many are using at-home test kits or not getting tested at all. Lilia Luciano has more.
While parts of the East Coast are experiencing record-breaking heat this weekend, some areas of Colorado are dealing with heavy snowfall amid record cold temperatures. Michael George has more on the extreme weather conditions happening nationwide.
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News with Adrianna Diaz."
A suspected sharp-shooter and vandal is looking at extensive prison time after taking aim at a water tower featuring a mural of town native Johnny Cash. The vandalism has caused upwards of $300,000 in damages and a loss of over 30,000 gallons of fresh water. THV11 reporter Sarah Horbacewicz has the details.
U.S. hospitals are experiencing a shortage of contrast dye, the crucial component needed for conducting CT scans. As a result, some patients in need of scans are being forced to wait to receive one. Charlie De Mar has more.
President Biden reaffirmed the U.S.-South Korea alliance as the two countries look to deter North Korean nuclear missile threats and dependence on Chinese manufacturing. Nancy Cordes has more.
Saturday marks one week since a gunman killed 10 people and wounded three others at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Authorities have labeled the incident a "racially motivated hate crime." CBS News' Lana Zak sits down with Cedric Holloway, a former member of the Buffalo Police Department, to discuss the lasting impact of the tragedy.
There was already no chance of a Triple Crown winner this year as Derby winner Rich Strike was not entered into Saturday's race.
The three cadets will get degrees but "will not be commissioned into the United States Air Force as long as they remain unvaccinated," an Academy spokesperson said.
A volatile week for the stock market has some investors worried the economy could fall into a recession. Jaime Quiros, senior portfolio manager at FBB Capital Partners, speaks with CBS News' Lana Zak on how the uncertainty could impact our daily lives.